BERKELEY ADU GUIDELINES
NUMBER OF ADUS PERMITTED: One ADU is allowed per lot that contains one primary residence.
ADU SQUARE FOOTAGE: ADU cannot exceed 750 square feet or 75% of the primary residence, whichever is less
TYPES OF ADUS ALLOWED: All types are allowed. (Detached, Attached, Junior)
LOT SIZE: No minimum requirement.
SETBACKS: ADU must be set at least four feet away from all property lines.
PARKING: Tandem parking in driveways is allowed. Parking requirement may not apply if ADUs is one quarter mile from BART and an RPP zone.
STRUCTURE:
Architectural compatibility of property is required.
Roof cannot exceed 14 feet if sloped and 10 feet if flat.
Interior ceiling cannot exceed 10 feet.
ENTRY: Entrance of ADU must be independent and separate from primary residence.
OWNERSHIP: Owners are required to live on the property in either the primary residence or ADU.
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